Every month, Mortgage Introducer produces a series of articles on a theme affecting mortgage professionals across the UK. All coverage through the month can be found here
Renters’ Rights Act sparks cashflow fears among landlords
Brokers warn smaller investors may sell as regulation, costs and arrears risks rise
Downing Street rejects rent controls after market reaction
Renters' Rights Act opens door to new broker income streams
From refinancing to landlord insurance, industry voices say the shift could create broader opportunities
Could the Renters' Rights Act cause a landlord exodus in Britain?
Buy-to-let space braces for an uncertain future as new legislation looms
‘Rent freeze would be a deeply damaging move’
Industry voices warn a reported one-year freeze risks worsening supply pressures in the private rented sector
Landlords face higher borrowing costs with rates returning to late-2023 levels
BTL lending tilts to interest-only as rates bite
Renters get some relief, while landlords appear to be taking a wait-and-see approach ahead of new legislation
Buy-to-let market activity picks up, UK Finance reports
Remortgage volumes rise and yields improve, but buyer appetite remains subdued
‘Disastrous’ Renters' Rights Act blasted by UK mortgage industry
Plan to combat rogue landlords is receiving millions in extra funding, but industry members say it’s poorly structured legislation that could hit renters unexpectedly
Barclays relaxes affordability rules for residential and buy-to-let borrowers
Lower stress rates and higher income multiples aim to lift borrowing capacity for certain applicants
HMO licence applications climb 40% since 2018
Councils report more inspections and enforcement as shared housing expands beyond London
Why specialist advice is essential for young buy-to-let investors
Social media-fuelled interest is bringing under-30s into the sector early, but lending rules and stress tests often demand tailored guidance
Mispriced property risk is forcing brokers to rethink advice
Underinsurance and rising rebuild costs are exposing gaps in both cover and lending decisions
